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Northern Star

The Student News Site of Northern Illinois University

Northern Star

The Student News Site of Northern Illinois University

Northern Star

The seats of the Egyptian theatre remain empty as the stage curtains are drawn. The Reality Bytes Film Festival will have two showings on Tuesday and Wednesday and feature several student-made films. (Brynn Krug | Northern Star)

Reality Bytes brings student short films to DeKalb

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Editor | April 13, 2025

NIU’s annual Reality Bytes Film Festival returns this week, featuring student-made films from around the world.  Reality Bytes is a free event where short films are shown to the DeKalb community over the course of two days.  This year, the film...

Jonathan Shelby stands behind the Weekend Rundown logo. This Weekend Writeup contains events such as a new art exhibit, uno game night, student ensemble recital and more. (Jenny Javkhlantugs | Northern Star)

Closing concerts, algorithmic art exhibits this weekend

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Editor | April 10, 2025

In this Weekend Writeup, you can find events such as an algorithmic-based art exhibit, the closing concert of a World Music Festival, a game night of UNO and more.  SHAHRZAD MOTALLEBI - “CODE TO CAST”  Date and Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday  Location:...

The faces of Assistant Video Editor Ryan Day and Photo Editor Ethan Rodriguez sit next to the StarNotes logo. Video games are beloved in the entertainment industry and make for easy adaptations. (Ryan Day | Northern Star)

StarNotes: Video game films, faithful adaptations or low hanging fruit

By Ryan Day and Jonathan Shelby | April 10, 2025

In this episode of StarNotes, Assistant Video Editor Ryan Day and Photo Editor Ethan Rodriguez discuss their thoughts on the bright and dark side of video game adaptations in the film industry.  Video games are a critical part of the entertainment...

A cow drives a radio with wheels on top of a power line. Nintendo's newest addition to the "Mario Kart" franchise, "Mario Kart Worlds," will release on June 5 alongside the Nintendo Switch 2. (Nintendo under Fair Use)

‘Mario Kart World,’ a game changer for the franchise

By Alex Lockwood, Lifestyle Writer | April 9, 2025

“Mario Kart World,” the newest entry in the “Mario Kart” franchise, was shown in great detail at Nintendo’s latest Nintendo Direct presentation.  This presentation gave details on the Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo’s newest console, as well...

A picture of a piece named "Archform Collection (selected)" sits on a pedestal. Shahrazad Motallebi's Code to Cast exhibition is available to the public. (Kahlil Kambui | Northern Star)

‘Code to Cast’ transforms algorithms into art

By Kahlil Kambui, Opinion Editor | April 8, 2025

In Shahrzad Motallebi’s “Code to Cast” art exhibition, Montallebi combines ancient metalsmithing traditions with modern technology to create 11 pieces that are influenced by her Iranian heritage. The exhibition was held from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m....

Amelia ominously lurks behind an open door. The actors from "M3GAN" will return for "M3GAN 2.0" releasing June 27. (Universal Pictures under Fair Use)

M3GAN returns, reprogrammed for sequel

By Ethan Quirk, Lifestyle Writer | April 8, 2025

One of the breakout movies from 2023 was “M3GAN,” which featured a robotic doll named M3GAN, short for Model 3 Generative Android, whose purpose is to protect her owner, Cady, from harm. The killer android made $95 million domestically on a budget...

A television displays the title of the short film "Brighter Days Ahead." Ariana Grande released her new album "eternal sunshine deluxe: brighter days ahead" alongside a short film on March 28. (Ariana Grande under Fair Use)

Ariana Grande drops album reissue, short film

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | April 8, 2025

Vulnerable, touching, powerful and soul searching. These are just some of the vibes one gets when listening to Ariana Grande's most recent release. Grande’s “eternal sunshine deluxe: brighter days ahead,” dropped March 28, just about a year after...

The trend logo sits in front of a purple background. Episode 34 of "The Trend" discusses the movie news announced at CinemaCon. (Northern Star Graphic)

‘White Lotus’ finale sad, unsurprising | ‘The Trend’ Episode 34

By Brynn Krug and Sarah Rose | April 8, 2025

In this episode of “The Trend,” Editor-in-Chief Brynn Krug and Managing Editor Sarah Rose discuss the season finale of "The White Lotus." The finale was a satisfying end to an action packed Season 3. However, many of the twists were predicted by...

A poster depicts the 50th anniversary of the World Music Program. To celebrate the program's anniversary, several concerts will be held from Tuesday through Friday. (Jonathan Shelby | Northern Star)

World Music Program celebrates 50-year anniversary with Music Festival

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Editor | April 7, 2025

The NIU World Music Program is celebrating its 50-year anniversary with a week of music from cultures around the globe.  The World Music festival will kick off with a week-long celebration on Tuesday, precisely 50 years since the start of the program. The...

Families explore the lower level of Founders Memorial Library and the activities at Earth Fest. Earth Fest offered a variety of activities from demonstrations to tours to panels with professionals. (Ethan Rodriguez | Northern Star)

Earth Fest encourages environmental protection

By Ethan Quirk, Lifestyle Writer | April 7, 2025

People continue to take Earth for granted despite growing pollution and littering. The DeKalb community has found a way to acknowledge the planet’s presence and create ways to ensure a healthy environment. Held from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday...

The U.S. Army Field Band & Soldiers' Chorus performs the song "Chattanooga Choo Choo" on stage in the Boutell Memorial Concert Hall during their "Sea to Shining Sea" concert. Patriotism fills the Boutell Memorial Concert Hall during the U.S. Army Field Band & Soldiers' Chorus "Sea to Shining Sea" concert. (Kahlil Kambui | Northern Star)

NIU welcomes U.S. Army Field Band and Soldiers’ Chorus in concert

By Kahlil Kambui, Opinion Editor | April 7, 2025

  Patriotism filled the Music Building as the U.S. Army Field Band & Soldiers' Chorus sang, drummed and tapped into the hearts of the people in attendance.  From 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. the U.S. Army Field Band & Soldiers' Chorus held a free...

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